Treasures of Jordan

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Please inform us of any medical situation which may affect your enjoyment of the holiday. This is important because our leaders must consider both group and individual safety at all times.
Whilst out with the group, we respectfully request that you:

Please listen to any safety instructions and other directions from the leader
Keep group members in view, especially if weather or visibility is poor
Please stay where you are if you become separated from the group. The leader will retrace their steps to find you.

Each leader carries a first aid kit but is not allowed to supply any medication including aspirin, paracetamol, antihistamines and antiseptic cream. You may wish to bring these items with you in your own kit (see Suggested Kit List).
In the unlikely event that your leader is incapacitated, please use any emergency kit in their rucksack and call emergency services.. Please then call our emergency number (sent in your final dispatch) and let us know there is a problem.
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Please contact us as far in advance as possible if you have any specific dietary requirements and we will do our best to meet your needs.
If you require a specific meal on the flight, please let us know as soon as possible, and no later than 96 hours before travel.
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Before booking, you should check with your doctor to see if any health precautions are needed.
The following websites provide a wealth of information on travelling and health: www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk or www.traveldoctor.co.uk
Vaccines: Diphtheria, Hepatitis A, & Tetanus vaccinations are recommended. Typhoid and Rabies are sometimes recommended too.
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Passports
A full British Citizen passport is required for travel to Jordan and must be valid for at least six months from the date of entry. if you hold a passport of a different nationality please check the travel requirements from your local embassy.
Visas 
For travel to Jordan, your visa is arranged on your behalf whether you are travelling on the group flight or independently. The Jordanian authorities currently advise that there is no visa charge for stays of less than 30 days, provided a minimum of two nights are spent in Jordan. To enable our local agent to arrange your visa, you must supply your passport details at least 8 weeks prior to departure.
 
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We avoid the summer heat travelling in spring and autumn.  In spring you can expect warm to hot days while coastal/desert areas like the Dead Sea are much hotter.  The nights are usually cooler. In autumn, you can expect hot to warm days and cooler nights as the year progresses.  Wadi Rum has a desert climate with warm to hot days with the temperature dropping significantly in the evening through to the early morning. Packing layers is a good plan.
Essentials  

Walking boots that have ankle support and good grip  
Quick drying clothing, waterproof shoes or walking sandals with good grip (for day 4 walk)
Lightweight clothing for the heat
Jacket/jumper for night time in the desert
Walking clothing  
Walking socks (plus spares)  
Sunhat 
High-factor sunscreen (minimum SPF 30)  
Sunglasses
Insect repellent
Torch (handy for Wadi Rum) 
Water bottle (water is provided throughout the tour)  
Rucksack/day pack
Camera/mobile phone
Personal first aid kit (containing your medication, blister plasters, etc.) 
Passport 
Visa (if applicable) 
Copy of your travel insurance policy 

Recommended

Collapsible walking poles (if you prefer using them) 
Swimwear and travel towel (hotels have pools & for the Dead Sea)
Flip flops if you are going into the Dead Sea (sand can be hot & the sea rocky under foot)

Optional

Mat (something small to sit on for picnics or rest stops when walking)
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Book your holiday ‘with flights’ and you can choose to depart from a range of UK airports* to your destination. For latest flight times and prices please call us on 0203-974-8865 or email reservations@hfholidays.co.uk  
If you choose to book your flights with us, we automatically include return transfers between the destination airport and hotel.  
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If you prefer to book the holiday without flights and make your own travel arrangements you will still be able to make use of the return group transfers between the airport and hotel, which are included in the cost of your holiday. You must contact us on +44 (0)20 3974 8865 or email reservations@hfholidays.co.uk at least 8 weeks before your holiday start date to provide your flight details if you wish to join the transfers. If you do not contact us, we will assume you are making independent travel arrangements.
If you are arriving ahead of the group, and are meeting them at the first hotel, please leave a message at the hotel reception for the HF Holidays’ leader or local leader, detailing your room number, and a mobile telephone number if possible. The leader will contact you once the group arrives. If you are arriving after the group, a message will be left for you at the hotel reception, welcoming you and giving details of the time and place to meet the group.
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Travel insurance is a condition of booking. Therefore, if you have not already arranged insurance, it is imperative that you do so before you travel.
For more information about healthcare and its costs, please visit: https://www.nhs.uk/using-the-nhs/healthcare-abroad/
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Whilst you are in Jordan, we suggest you will need JD20-30 per person per day to cover incidental items such as drinks with meals, additional snacks and any small souvenirs you may wish to purchase.
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Arabic is the official language of Jordan, and although English is also widely spoken having a few basic phrases should help you get by and is likely to be well received by any locals you may meet.
‘marHaba’ – Hi
‘marHabtain’ – Hi (response)
It’s an important custom to also ask after a person’s or their family’s health when greeting them:
‘kayf es-saHa?’ or ‘kayf il’ayli?’ – How is your health? or How is the family?
‘ma’a salaama/Allah ma’ak’ – Goodbye
 ‘aiwa/na’am’ – Yes
‘la’ – No
‘min fadlak/fadleek’ – Please (request; M/F)
‘Shukran’ – Thank you
‘bitiHki ingleezi?’ – Do you speak English?
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Modest dress
When visiting Jordan, it is important to dress modestly in accordance with local customs. Both men and women should wear clothing that covers the shoulders and knees. Loose-fitting garments are preferred to maintain a respectful appearance. Women may also want to carry a scarf for visits to religious sites or rural areas.
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Luggage allowance
1 piece checked-in luggage (max 23kg). Please check details of your airline’s baggage allowance, as shown on your e-ticket.
Advice issued by the UK Foreign Office in 2017 indicated that several airlines flying from Jordan to the UK forbade the use of laptops and tablet devices in the cabin, and they must instead be stored in hold luggage. We recommend you follow this advice unless you are advised otherwise.
Lost/damaged luggage 
If your bag or its contents are damaged or lost while in the airline’s care, this should be reported to the baggage service agents at the airport on arrival. They will assess the damage; in some cases, the airline may decide to settle your claim immediately.
You will be given a reference to quote to your insurance company if an immediate settlement is not possible - in many cases, baggage claims can only be accepted in writing. A baggage claim form must be obtained from the airport.
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The unit of currency is the Jordanian Dinar (JD)
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GMT + 3 hours
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Jordan has a very mixed approach to electrical sockets – European two- and three-pin plugs as well as British-style square three-pin plugs are all used across the country. Frequency is variable across the country so don’t be surprised if things charge more slowly or aren’t as powerful in some places.
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ATM machines, accepting most major credit cards, are available in Amman, but are very scarce across the rest of the country. Credit cards are accepted in most of the hotels and larger restaurants, especially in the tourist areas of Petra and the Dead Sea. Traveler’s cheques are not advised.
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Suggested reading

Lonely Planet, Jordan (Jul 2018, 10th edition)
Lonely Planet, Jordan (Jul 2018, 10th edition) Lori Henry, Jordan: A Different Middle East (2011)
Marguerite van Geldermalsen, Married to a Bedouin (2010)

Maps
Although you won’t need them, if you’d like any maps of the destination, you can obtain some in advance from The Map Shop: www.themapshop.co.uk 
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